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FORMULATION EXAMPLE • FOR REFERENCE & TRIALS
Dishwashing Liquid
A starter formulation to help understand ingredient structure and begin dishwashing-liquid trials.
STEPAN FORMULATION NO. 1188
OVERVIEW
Starter Formula for Dishwashing-Liquid Trials
A formulation example for reference and trials
This is an example formulation for reference, learning and initial trials. Final results may vary with raw materials, grades, water quality, processing, production conditions and other parameters. Conduct trials and evaluation before production or scale-up.
PURPOSE
A starter formula for an economical dishwashing liquid based on SLS, SLES-3 and Lauramine Oxide, following Stepan source No. 1188.
USE CONTEXT
Use as a reference for controlled trials. Record and evaluate ingredient identity, the actual process and results before scale-up.
LEARN
Understand Each Ingredient's Function
This map follows the functions stored in the verified formula; it is not a substitution recommendation or universal claim.
STEPANOL WA-EXTRA — Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), as identified in the source
Primary surfactant
STEOL CS-460 — Sodium Laureth Sulfate with 3 mol EO (SLES-3), as identified in the source
Primary surfactant
AMMONYX LO — Lauramine Oxide, as identified in the source
Secondary surfactant
Sodium Chloride
Viscosity builder
Citric Acid OR Sodium Hydroxide
pH adjuster
Preservative
Preservative
VERIFIED STARTER FORMULA
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Composition is displayed exactly from the source record. Batch quantities are calculated directly as percentage × selected batch size.
STEPAN FORMULATION NO. 1188Batch size
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| INGREDIENT | FUNCTION | % w/w | BATCH QUANTITY | CMID AVAILABILITY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deionized Water | Diluent | 69.01% | — | Not yet verified |
| STEPANOL WA-EXTRA — Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), as identified in the source | Primary surfactant | 17.24% | — | Not yet verified |
| STEOL CS-460 — Sodium Laureth Sulfate with 3 mol EO (SLES-3), as identified in the source | Primary surfactant | 8.33% | — | Not yet verified |
| AMMONYX LO — Lauramine Oxide, as identified in the source | Secondary surfactant | 3.67% | — | Not yet verified |
| Sodium Chloride | Viscosity builder | 1.75% | — | Not yet verified |
| Citric Acid OR Sodium Hydroxide | pH adjuster | q.s. | Determined during trials | Not yet verified |
| Preservative | Preservative | q.s. | Determined during trials | Not yet verified |
| TOTAL | Formula basis | 100.00% | 1 kg | — |
The q.s. rows are not calculated automatically because their amounts depend on trial requirements. Availability status changes only after product identity is verified against the CMID Product Master.
SOURCE-ALIGNED PROCESS
Process / Mixing
The following sequence comes directly from the formulation process record; no additional temperature, speed, time or equipment is assumed.
- 01
Water
Add Deionized Water to the mixing vessel.
- 02
Primary surfactants
Add STEPANOL WA-EXTRA and STEOL CS-460 gradually while stirring until uniform.
- 03
Secondary surfactant
Add AMMONYX LO and continue stirring until the mixture is uniform.
- 04
Adjust viscosity
Add Sodium Chloride gradually to adjust viscosity.
- 05
Adjust pH
Adjust pH with Citric Acid or Sodium Hydroxide if needed.
- 06
Finish
Add Preservative, then continue stirring until the mixture is uniform.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Evaluate Problems During Trials
Stepan source No. 1188 does not provide specific correction guidance for excessive thinness or thickness, insufficient foam or cloudy results.
Technical troubleshooting guidance is not available in the source.
Record material conditions, mixing sequence, pH, viscosity and observations. Do not make technical corrections based on assumptions.
EVALUATE
Trial Checklist
SOURCE-REPORTED — STEPAN FORMULATION NO. 1188AppearanceClear liquid
pH7.5–8.5
Viscosity at 25°C400–650 cps
- Record actual material identity and condition.
- Document the sequence and changes during the trial.
- Compare results with source data carefully.
- Repeat evaluation if adjustments are needed.
Source values are neither guarantees of results nor universal targets. Results may vary with actual materials and conditions.
TRIAL → SCALE UP
From Starter Formula to Industrial Requirements
- 01Starter FormulaUse the starter formulation as a starting point.
- 02Small TrialConduct a small-scale trial (1–5 kg).
- 03EvaluateEvaluate results: performance, pH, viscosity, foam, stability and other relevant aspects.
- 04AdjustAdjust the formula according to evaluation results.
- 05Repeat if RequiredRepeat trials if needed until results are optimal.
- 06Successful TrialThe trial succeeds and results meet the objective.
- 07B2B / Industrial InquiryContact CMID for industrial requirements or production scale-up.
Successful trial? Contact CMID for industrial requirements or scale-up.
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SOURCE & DISCLAIMER
Formulation Source
Stepan Formulation No. 1188 — Economy Liquid Dish Detergent with SLS/SLES-3/Lauramine Oxide
This is a reference/source formulation, not an original CMID formula. Material identity, actual conditions, process and trial results require verification. Trial results may differ.
Stepan Formulation No. 1188 — “Economy Liquid Dish Detergent with SLS/SLES-3/Lauramine Oxide”. This document is used as a supplier/manufacturer formulation reference. It is not an original formulation developed by CMID. Material conditions, process and trial results must be verified in the context of use.
Reference and mass clarification: the displayed fixed components total 100.00% before q.s. additions. Calculated mass is the fixed-component basis, not verified final mass after q.s. The source does not specify a final mass balance or water deduction for those additions; do not treat the table as a complete production recipe. The q.s. quantities and final mass balance must be established and verified in trials before scale-up. Source numbers are retained. The structured pH instruction is aligned with the source: Citric Acid or Sodium Hydroxide if needed, with no new dosage.
NEXT STEP
Ready to Plan a Trial?
Use source data responsibly, document the evaluation, then discuss scale-up requirements with CMID.